Original Imperial German Engraved Iron Cross 1st Class EKI to Dr. Otto Meisenbach - Silver Marked 800 Japanese Military Maps - WWII Western L66 Fighting

- WWII Western L66 Fighting Knife with matching leather scabbard

This is an extremely interesting

In the prewar period

with tearing on the sides due to wear

Original Imperial German Engraved Iron Cross 1st Class EKI to Dr. Otto Meisenbach - Silver Marked 800 Japanese Military Maps - WWII Western L66 FightingOriginal Item: Only One Available. Established by Frederick William in 1813 for gallantry in action, the decoration was revived several times for later conflicts. The bulk of the issues are divided into 1st and 2nd class versions, but a rare and superior 'Grand Cross' was also awarded for successful field commanders. During WW1 the lower decoration was freely awarded with 5 million second class types issued. Originally, the Iron Cross was an award of